Nicholas Oravets
Summary
Within my 7 years of experience in the United States Navy, I have obtained a vast array of knowledge in flight deck, aircraft refueling, aircraft handling, and different operations. With the closure of my military service, I want to focus on my passion for Aircraft and Powerplant mechanics and further advance my knowledge and expertise in all fields of the aviation industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy, USN
07.2019 - Current
- Trained deck division personnel in upkeep of ship's external structure, marlinspike, painting, rigging and deck equipment.
- Performed Search and Rescue (SAR) operations and responded to both military and civilian ships needing assistance.
- Handled landing signalman responsibilities on air-capable ships and as coxswain on RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boast).
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
- Oversaw cargo handling and inspected anchoring, mooring, fueling, towing, and transferring of personnel and cargo.
Flight Deck Crewman/ Flight Deck Safety Officer
United States Navy, USN
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Manage aircraft movement, and attach and detach aircraft chocks and chains.
- Refuel MH-60R helicopters.
- Ensured flight deck crew and aircrafts are preforming safe evolutions.
- Ensured proper equipment is inspected and up to date.
Aviation Machinist's Mate
United States Naval Reserves
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Completed jet fundamental Naval school.
- Disassembled, repaired, and replaced components in aircraft's body or engine.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance
Embry -Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL12.2026
Skills
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Leadership Qualities
- Firefighting Techniques
- Aircraft handling expertise
- Flight Deck Safety Procedures
- Flight Deck Communications
- Helicopter landing signals
- Crash and salvage operations
- Safety understanding
- Flight operations
Accomplishments
- Completed a 8 Month deployment in the Western Pacific Fleet in 2021.
- Qualified as a Flight Deck Safety Officer.
- Honors Society at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
- Multiple Online Military Certificates for Basic Qualifications knowledge in Avionics, powerplants, and airframes.
- Obtained my Enlisted Aviation Warfare pin in U.S Navy.
- Obtained my Enlisted Surface Warfare pin in U.S Navy.
- Preformed Emergency Flight Operations to save the life of a passenger on cruise ship.
- Obtained a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal.
Timeline
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy, USN
07.2019 - Current
Flight Deck Crewman/ Flight Deck Safety Officer
United States Navy, USN
06.2019 - 09.2023
Aviation Machinist's Mate
United States Naval Reserves
06.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance
Embry -Riddle Aeronautical University